I had the lovely opportunity to test out some bestselling products from Pyunkang Yul, many thanks to Go Bloom & Glow, its official distributor in the Philippines! I’ve been using them for almost a month, and I think it’s about time to give you my thoughts. Stripped down to the basics, the brand focuses on […]

Much has changed since my last detailed skin care routine run-through (October 2018), and I’ve been meaning to share some newfound favorites! ✨ Biorè Cleansing Oil (Watsons, P349) I’ve traded my favorite cleansing balm I’ve used for years for a drugstore staple that works just as well! One full pump is enough for day to day […]

I’m no stranger to rose in my skin care. Rose-infused products have been used for years as an anti-aging agent to make skin look and feel more youthful. It even has anti-inflammatory properties to help soothe and restore damaged skin; it even eases rosacea! It’s also deeply nourishing. The heavy, floral scent, though, can either […]

Cushion foundations have changed my entire beauty routine! I also think that a cushion puff provides seamless, lightweight application compared to other tools. Ever since I stopped using foundation on the daily – celebrating a year! – I’ve found holy grail products like the Clio Professional Kill Cover Conceal Cushion and L’Oréal True Match Lumi […]

2017 was easily the year I shamelessly surrendered to skin care. From trendy Korean cult-favorites to readily available Western and local drugstore staples, I’ve tested products that have given me my best skin yet. From suffering from the worst breakout of my life during the first quarter of the year to having supple, chok chok skin […]

The year is about to come to an end, and it baffles me how quickly time has passed! For 2017, I’ve managed to discover some holy grail skin care products, as well as others worth staying away from. Presenting my beloved Empties 2.0: Skin Care edition – gathering dust bunnies in an abandoned corner of […]

Althea Korea is my obsession. It is undoubtedly my ultimate online destination for everything Korean beauty and skin care! I’ve discovered so many holy grail products from this black hole! All products are new, authentic, and delivered from Korea so prices are extra competitive (much cheaper!). Your package arrives straight to your doorstep so no worrying about customs […]

Elisa Aquino

Elisa Aquino is a portrait photographer, life(style) writer, passion blogger, and beauty rookie from Manila, Philippines. This platform exists to document her daily musings and to showcase the life-changing power of grace to transform women from ashes to beauty.

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